How to Encourage Online Giving

Help your congregation make the switch to online giving. Tips for communication, setup, and overcoming common barriers.

The Benefits of Online Giving

Generosity is a spiritual discipline, not just a financial transaction. When you teach on giving, focus on the heart, not the budget.

• Connect giving to discipleship
• Share stories of generosity in the Bible
• Model generosity as leadership

Communicating the Shift

People give to vision, but they trust transparency. Be open about how funds are used.

• Provide regular financial updates
• Show exactly where the money goes (e.g., "This offering bought 500 meals")
• Be accountable and audit your finances

Walking People Through It

If it's hard to give, people won't. Remove every barrier you can.

• Enable mobile giving (text-to-give, app)
• Allow recurring donations
• Make sure your giving page loads fast

Security Concerns

Always say thank you. Acknowledging gifts prompts recurring generosity.

• Send automated email receipts
• Write personal thank-you notes for significant gifts
• Report back on the impact of their giving